MDB Crib (8501) Installation and operating instructions

Revised 18MAY2011 page 1
Congratulations on purchasing a MDB Family product. This crib will provide many years of service if you
adhere to the following guidelines for assembly, maintenance, and operation. This crib is for residential
use only. Any institutional use is strictly prohibited.
Please be sure to follow the instructions for proper assembly. Use a Phillips head screwdriver for assem-
bling the crib in addition to the Allen wrench included in the hardware box. Do not use power screwdrivers.
All of our cribs are made from natural woods. Please understand that natural woods have color variations
which are the result of nature and not defects in workmanship.
DO NOT SUBSTITUTE PARTS. ALL MODELS HAVE THE SAME QUANTITY OF PARTS AND HARD-
WARE. YOUR MODEL MAY LOOK DIFFERENT FROM THE ONE ILLUSTRATED DUE TO STYLISTIC
VARIATIONS.
Crib (8501) - Assembly and Operation Manual
* This crib can later be converted into a toddler bed or a full-size bed. To convert
to a toddler bed, turn to page 8. To convert to a full-size bed, turn to page 9.

CRIB PARTS
C. Left End Panel D. Right End Panel
B. Stationary Side
P. Cross Bar (2)
T. Foot (4)
E. Front
Left Leg
F. Front
Right Leg
O. Rear
Left Leg
N. Rear
Right Leg
G. Spring Frame
Tools Needed
(not included)
Phillips
screwdriver
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A. Headboard Side
Q. Guard rail

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HARDWARE
H1. 3” Round Head Bolts with Nuts (4)
H6. 1-3/4” Phillips
Head Screws (4)
H5. 3/4” Allen Head Bolts (4)H4. 1-3/4” Allen Head Bolts (4)
H8. Wood
Dowels (8)
H10. Allen WrenchH9. Plastic Plugs (4)
E F N O
H8
T
H9H6
Step 1a.) Step 1b.)
Assemble the feet (T) to
4 legs (E, F, N & O).
H2. 2-1/4” Allen Head Bolts (12)
H3. 2” Round Head Bolts (4)
H7. Washer (4)
STEP 1.
H11. Lock Washer (28)

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3a.) Slide the cross bar (P) into the
headboard side (A).
3b.) Attach the headboard side (A)
to side panels.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
P
A
P
A
H3
H3
Step 4a.)
Step 4b.)
Assemble the end panels (C & D), front legs (E & F) and rear legs (N & O).
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
C D
E F
O N
STEP 2.
STEP 3.
H2H11
H2H11
H11H2
H11H2
H11H1
H11H1H1H11
H1H11
H11 H11
H11H2
H2H11
H2H11
H11H2

H5
H11
G
H7
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H10. Allen wrench
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
Attach the spring frame (G) to legs.
Swing out four hangers at corner of the spring frame (G) carefully.
Attach spring frame FLAT SIDE UP. Choose the height of the
spring frame. Start at the highest level and adjust accordingly.
Bolt the spring frame (G) to legs using Allen head bolts (H5),
washers (H7), lock washers (H11) and Allen wrench (H10).
As the child grows, it is important to lower the spring.
Make sure the spring frame is level.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. Step 6b.)
5a.) Slide the cross bar (P) into the
stationary side (B).
5b.) Attach the stationary side (B)
to side panels.
B
G
P
B
H3H3 P
Step 6a.)
STEP 4.
STEP 5.
H11
H11
H11H2
H11H2
H2H11
H2H11

KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A
SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
Be sure to tighten the cross bar screws now that you have installed to the stationary side. Recheck all screws
and bolts to be sure they are fastened securely.
Before placing your mattress in the crib, you can make your own mattress protector by cutting the
cardboard packing insert to 27” x 51”. Place it on the spring frame under the mattress to extend the
life of the mattress.
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Ready to use.
STEP 6.
Please refer to the label (sample below) on the inside face
of the headboard. Record the model/ item number and serial
number of your crib, the name of the store where you made
the purchase, the date of purchase and the wood finish in
.
WE WILL ASK YOU FOR YOUR SERIAL NUMBER FOR ALL
WARRANTY AND REPLACEMENT PART REQUESTS. PLEASE
REFER TO THE LAST PAGE OF THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET FOR
WARRANTY INFORMATION. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
Please read the Caution and Warning
Statements insert before using your crib.
SAMPLE LABEL
.
www.themdbfamily.com
CAUTION: ANY MATTRESS USED IN THIS CRIB SHALL BE AT LEAST 27 1/4 INCHES BY
51 5/8 INCHES (69 CM BY 131 CM) WITH A THICKNESS NOT EXCEEDING 6 INCHES(15 CM).
the box to the lower right

revised21APR2011
WARNING:
Failure to follow these warnings and
the assembly instructions could result
in serious injury or death.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ASSEMBLING
CRIB. KEEP THE MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE.
WARNING:
Infants can suffocate on soft bedding. Never add a pillow or comforter. Never
place additional padding under an infant.
•
To reduce the risk of SIDS, pediatricians recommend healthy infants be placed •
on their backs to sleep, unless otherwise advised by your physician.
Strings can cause strangulation! Do not place items with a string around a •
child’s neck, such as hood strings or cords. Do not place cords, straps,
or similar items that could become wound around the child’s neck in or near this
crib. Do not suspend strings over a crib or attach strings to toys.
To help prevent strangulation tighten all fasteners. A child can trap parts of the •
body or clothing on loose fasteners.
DO NOT place a crib near a window where cords from blinds or drapes may •
strangle a child. Do not place this crib near a window or a patio door where a
child could reach the cord of a blind or curtain and be strangled.
When a child is able to pull to a standing position, set the mattress to the lowest •
position and remove bumper pads, large toys and other objects that could serve
as steps for climbing out.
•
• Check this product for damaged hardware, loose joints, loose bolts or other
fasteners, missing parts or sharp edges before and after assembly and frequently
during use. Securely tighten loose bolts and other fasteners. DO NOT use crib if
any parts are missing, damaged or broken. DO NOT substitute parts. Contact
MDB FAMILY for replacement parts and instructional literature if needed.
DO NOT use a water mattress with this crib.•
Parents should ensure a safe environment for the
child by checking regularly, before placing the
child in the product, that every component is
properly and securely in place.
For cribs equipped with teething rails, replace teething rail if damaged, cracked •
If use a non-toxic for children’s products.•
Never use plastic shipping bags or other plastic
as mattress covers •
because they can cause suffocation.
Infants can suffocate in gaps between crib sides when used with a mattress •
that is too small.
or loose.
• Follow warnings on all products in a crib.
Please do NOT remove any wood screws
in the normal disassembly of the crib.
WARNING:
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY:
Do not use this crib if the child is able to climb out unaided or is taller than
35 in. (89cm).
• Do not use this crib if you cannot exactly follow the accompanying instructions.
Registering your product is even easier than
before. You can register your product on our
website at: www.themdbfamily.com
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ORDER
REPLACEMENT OR MISSING PARTS
PLEASE VISIT US AT:
WWW.THEMDBFAMILY.COM
OR YOU CAN CONTACT US BY MAIL:
MDB FAMILY
855 WASHINGTON BLVD.
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
Storage:
• Ensure that the sides are properly latched or locked in place when the crib is
occupied.
• The mattress used with this crib should not be more than 15cm thick and
should be of such length with width that the gap between the mattress and the
sides of the crib is no more than 3cm when the mattress is pushed into the
corner of the crib.
Pine woods exchange moisture with the air adjust-
ing to major changes in room temperature and
humidity. Therefore, it is best to place your furniture
away from heating or air-conditioning vents.
Sunlight is not friendly to solid wood furniture and
prolonged direct exposure to harsh sunlight can
discolor the finish. Be careful not to place your furni-
ture in direct sunlight for extended periods of time. As
with all your fine furniture, blot up spills immediately.
•
•
Care and Cleaning:
•

Move the spring frame to the lowest level.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
Crib (8501) - Toddler Bed Conversion Assembly Instructions
Q
* All of the parts and hardware you will need are supplied with the crib at the time of purchase.
STEP 1.
STEP 2.
STEP 3.
H4
H4
Q
H4
Q
Unscrew the Allen head bolts and lock washers and remove the front
panel assembly.
The mattress intended for use on the bed shall be a full-size mattress hav-
ing minimum dimensions of 51 5/8” (1310 mm) in length, 27 1/4”(690 mm)
in width and 4” (100 mm) in thickness and not exceeding 6” (152 mm).
The intended user’s minimum age must be at least 15 months old and
maximum weight must not exceed 50 lbs (22.7 kg).
H11
H11
H11
Attach the guard rail (Q) to the side panel posts using four Allen head
bolts (H4) and lock washers (H11). The guard rail can be installed with
the high end facing either to the left or the right. Check to make sure
that all of the bolts are fastened securely.
WARNING :
Failure to follow these warnings and the assembly instructions could result in
serious injury or death from entrapment or strangulation.
DO NOT place bed near windows where cords from blinds or drapes may strangle a child. DO NOT place
items with a string, cord, or ribbon, around a child’s neck, such as hood strings or pacifier cords. DO NOT
suspend strings over a toddler bed for any reason. If guard rails are used as the mattress containment
means, guard rails provided must be used to avoid the formation of a gap between the mattress and the bed
that could cause an entrapment.

Conversion Rails (5789 - Sold Separately) - Assembly Instructions
STEP 4.
Attach the rails to the headboard with the
barrel nuts and bolts you removed in step 1.
STEP 3.
Attach the rails to the brackets with the screws
(C) and tighten securely with a Phillips head
Screwdriver.
E. Left bracket
HARDWARE
D. 3/4” Allen
head bolt (4)
C. 3/4” Flat head
screw (10)
Tools Needed
(not included)
Phillips
screwdriver
F. Right bracket
Remove the crib sides, spring frame and
post brackets.
STEP 1.
STEP 2.
Use the Allen head bolts (D) to attach the
Left (E) and Right (F) brackets to the foot
board posts. Right post and bracket are shown.
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* For all 4 in 1 cribs, please contact a retailer to order your full size adult wooden bed rails for
your full size bed conversion.
Congratulations on purchasing a MDB Family product. This product will provide many years of service if you adhere to the
following guidelines for assembly, maintenance and operation. This product is for residential use only.
Any institutional use is strictly prohibited.
Please be sure to follow the instructions for proper assembly. Use a Phillips head screwdriver for assembling the product in addition
to the Allen wrench included in the hardware box. Do not use power screwdrivers. All of our products are made from natural woods.
Please understand that natural woods have color variations which are the result of nature and not defects in workmanship.
DO NOT SUBSTITUTE PARTS. ALL MODELS HAVE THE SAME QUANTITY OF PARTS AND HARDWARE. YOUR MODEL
MAY LOOK DIFFERENT FROM THE ONE ILLUSTRATED DUE TO STYLISTIC VARIATIONS.